ayuntamientos
|a-yun-ta-mien-tos|
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/aɪˌʊntəˈmɛntoʊs/
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/aɪˌʊntəˈmɛntəʊs/
(ayuntamiento)
local governance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ayuntamiento' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'ayuntar,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'juntar' meant 'to join.'
Historical Evolution
'ayuntar' transformed into the Spanish word 'ayuntamiento,' and it has remained largely unchanged in modern usage.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to join or unite,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'municipal council or local government.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a municipal council or local government in Spain or Spanish-speaking countries.
The ayuntamiento is responsible for local services and regulations.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/09 16:51